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Easy Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe

Easy Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe

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This Easy Shrimp Fried Rice recipe transforms simple ingredients into a comforting meal that's quick to prepare, flavorful, and customizable. Perfect for busy weeknights, it uses day-old rice, fresh shrimp, and is packed with vibrant flavors.

  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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3 cups Cooked White Rice
1 lb Large Shrimp
2 large Eggs
3 tbsp Soy Sauce
1 tbsp Sesame Oil
2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
3 cloves Garlic
1 tbsp Fresh Ginger
1 cup Frozen Peas & Carrots
3 stalks Green Onions
Salt & Black Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the thawed shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper
  2. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside
  3. Add 0.5 tbsp vegetable oil to the pan. Pour in the whisked eggs and scramble for 30-60 seconds until cooked. Remove and set aside with shrimp
  4. Add 0.5 tbsp vegetable oil back to the pan. Sauté minced garlic and ginger along with the white parts of green onions for 30 seconds
  5. Add cold, day-old rice to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Break up any clumps
  6. Add frozen peas and carrots and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes
  7. Return cooked shrimp and eggs to the pan. Pour soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice, stir to combine, and cook for another minute
  8. Garnish with green parts of sliced green onions before serving

Notes

Always use cold, day-old rice for the best texture.

  • Author: Quinto
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 400 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 51 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 24 g
  • Cholesterol: 190 mg